The principal spoke soothingly, then smiled and said, "We've discussed the job responsibilities, now let me tell you about the salary. Peking University can't compare to international universities, so I'm sorry to have to put you in a difficult position! After discussion, your annual salary will be three million, with a resettlement allowance of five million, and an apartment of the same size downstairs from your current residence. What do you think, Wu Tong?"
Compared to the super-high annual salaries of tens of millions offered internationally, Peking University couldn't offer Wu Tong anything like that, and neither could anyone in China. So, after several discussions, they settled on this salary.
Settlement allowance and housing benefits are basic conditions for attracting outstanding talents.
The salary can only be said to be the highest they can give at the moment. The school cannot only consider Wu Tong, but there are so many senior employees. If they give Wu Tong, a newcomer, an annual salary of tens of millions, there will definitely be many people who will not accept it. That is not taking care of Wu Tong, but causing trouble for Wu Tong.
Although Peking University had awarded Wu Tong a house for his series of outstanding achievements, they did not cancel the treatment conditions that Wu Tong could enjoy as a special hire, and tried their best to arrange them for Wu Tong within the scope of their efforts.
Wu Tong is their Beijing University student, and he is devoted to the school. They cannot treat such a good child badly!
"Of course, that's already very good treatment!" Wu Tong nodded in confirmation, without any additional requests. The teachers and leaders have always treated her well, and they won't let her down.
Any amount of money is enough. Not to mention that Wu Tong has no intention of going abroad, even if she goes, she will have money but no life to spend it. It is better for her to stay under the protection of the country and contribute to the country. It is more glorious.
Not to mention that her financial conditions are already sufficient, the current treatment given to her by the superiors covers everything from food, clothing and travel. If she wants to make money, she can deduce some things that can be used for
She doesn't have the hobby of being a self-deprecating Chinese citizen and going abroad to be treated as an inferior.
I'm still a little worried and feel sorry for the school giving me such a high salary.
In fact, Wu Tong was overthinking this. As long as she was in the school, she would be the golden signboard of Peking University. With her presence, the influence of Peking University, especially the School of Mathematics of Peking University, would be dazzling both at home and abroad. Whether it was academic achievements, enrollment, and... the intangible benefits Peking University would get would definitely far exceed the treatment they gave Wu Tong.
All in all, universities across the country are envious and wish they could emulate Peking University and make a fortune!
Everyone present was a shrewd person. Even someone like Zhou Wenping, who leaned towards academic research, had decent interpersonal skills. Wu Tong was as simple as a blank sheet of paper before them, and her slight concerns caught the attention of the teachers.
"Don't worry, Professor Wu. Your value far exceeds the salary we can offer you!" Dean Pan teased with a smile. "Before, everyone was just Student Wu. From now on, everyone will be Professor Wu." He pushed the special appointment contract in front of Wu Tong. This was the final step.
"Hahahaha... Yes, yes, Professor Wu!"
With a joyful laugh, Wu Tong signed his name and took office.
"It's already April, and the school schedule has been arranged long ago. This semester, you will still focus on independent research and will not participate in basic teaching tasks!" After coming out of the principal's office, Pan Wenhua and Zhou Wenping took Wu Tong to the office building of the School of Mathematics. Pan Wenhua gave careful instructions as they walked.
Compared to their basic teaching tasks, Wu Tong's proof of the Goldbach conjecture will be enough to keep the Peking University School of Mathematics profitable for at least a year. This year's teaching achievement presentation will undoubtedly be dominated by the School of Mathematics, and a single proof of the Goldbach conjecture will give them years of pride.
Wherever they go, they can say that Ge Guess was proved by Professor Wu from the School of Mathematics of Peking University, and that it is the teaching and research result of their School of Mathematics of Peking University.
"This is your office. There happens to be an empty office on the floor where your teacher Zhou and I work, so I'll arrange for you to stay here!" Pan Wenhua smiled and pointed to the two-room office next to Zhou Wenping.
The office was already labeled Professor Wu Tong's office. The door was open, revealing a complete set of office supplies. The adjacent office also had two or three desks. Pan Wenhua emphasized the adjacent office, saying, "This is for when you recruit graduate students. You can enroll them this year!"
Whenever Wu Tong releases the news of recruiting graduate students, given Wu Tong's current popularity, the registration website will be crowded with people.
The prover of several famous conjectures, the next Fields Medal winner, and the prover of the Goldbach Conjecture—these titles carry extraordinary appeal. "We'll be able to release the news in the second half of the month, and then we'll conduct interviews. Since you're just starting this year, there won't be any specific tasks required of you. Generally speaking, you'll supervise two or three graduate students a year."
"I'll make some preparations first and discuss this with you in detail later!" Since it was a teaching assignment, Wu Tong didn't shy away from it, but she wanted to prepare beforehand. "I need some time to get into my current position!"
Wu Tong was a little confused at first when he received the offer straight after graduating.
"That's right. If you have any questions, you can ask us in time. In this regard, we, who have come earlier, can still give you some advice!" Zhou Wenping nodded. From student to professor is a gap, and they originally planned to give Wu Tong at least a year to adapt.
Professors typically work their way up from the most junior level, starting as lecturers, then assistant professors, and finally associate professors, gaining extensive teaching and research experience. Wu Tong was a specially hired recruit, her academic achievements perfectly aligned with her position. Experience was something they could already acquire with just two years of mentoring and guidance, so it wasn't something they needed to be very demanding.
In reality, the school didn't have any strict requirements for Wu Tong's supervision. However, when Wu Tong had some free time, supervising two students would help her with her studies and, by the way, help cultivate talent for the school. Furthermore, it would silence those who, unaware of Wu Tong's importance, harbored ill intentions and sought to harass her, thus preventing further controversy. Killing two birds with one stone.
"Okay, Dean Pan, Teacher Zhou!" It is necessary to ask if you don't understand. Having taken on this responsibility, she does not ask for perfection, but only hopes not to mislead the students.
"Wu Tong, congratulations, we will be colleagues from now on! My office is downstairs, you are welcome to visit anytime!" Li Yishen came up and gave Wu Tong two pots of succulents to his office, which he asked Wu Tong to put on his desk to please his eyes and adjust his mood.
With the help of Wu Tong's welfare, he was officially selected as a senior professor this year, which is also a happy event.
"Teacher Li, congratulations!" Wu Tong smiled and congratulated again. She had been working non-stop since the New Year and had not yet formally congratulated Teacher Li on his promotion in person.
“Yes, let’s all be happy together!”
Later, Director Sun Rong of the Academic Affairs Office came over with some staff. "Professor Wu, congratulations on your graduation! I'm here to give you the keys to your apartment and go with you to inspect it!"
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